Alpha Industries AEP-458 Sander User Manual


 
Preparation before starting a job
Before using the machine, be sure to complete the following preparations.
1. Installing a ground fault circuit interrupter. (GFCI)
To prevent electrical shocks, be sure to install a ground fault circuit interrupt or between the main
power supply and the cord of the machine.
2. Complete grounding
The machine should be thoroughly grounded by attaching the grounding clip on the power
cord to a known ground.
Note to the user: A GFCI must be used when this machine is used anywhere in the damp
environment, or when it is used with a highly conductive liquid like water, or when it
is used on metal plates, steel frames or platens.
DANGER
Before using the machine, be sure to ground it. Never connect the Be sure to connect the
ground lead to a gas pipe. This is very dangerous. ground lead.
3. Organize the work area
Before beginning operations, make sure that the work area conditions are well organized for
grinding safely.
Preparations before operation
WARNING
Before using the machine, check the following. Items 1 - 5
1. Rubber gloves and waterproof safety boots should always be worn.
Be sure to wear rubber gloves and waterproof safety boots. If they are worn, cracked or have
any holes in them, replace them. Otherwise, you may receive an electrical shock.
2. Check the working voltage.
Be sure the voltage specified on the nameplate is the voltage available at the outlet. If the
machine is used with higher voltage than specified, the motor will burnout. This machine cannot be
used with a direct voltage source or with a portable generator. Any attempts to do so may damage
the machine or cause an accident.
3. Inspect your polishing wheels.
Never use cracked or chipped polishing wheels.
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